Masters Mediterranean Ecol Field Course (827C1)
Masters Mediterranean Ecology Field Course
Module 827C1
Module details for 2026/27.
30 credits
FHEQ Level 7 (Masters)
Module learning outcomes
Demonstrate the ability to design and carry out ecological or behavioural field experiments, including the statistical analysis of data, at an advanced level.
Demonstrate a conceptual understanding of advanced topics in animal behaviour and ecology that enable the critical evaluation of current research in the discipline.
Plan, execute and present an independent piece of project work, demonstrating practical competencies, originality in problem solving, identification skills, team work, data analysis, and oral and written communication skills at an advanced level.
| Type | Timing | Weighting |
|---|---|---|
| Report (1000 words) | Semester 2 Assessment Week 1 Mon 16:00 | 50.00% |
| Coursework | 50.00% | |
| Coursework components. Weighted as shown below. | ||
| Presentation | T2 Week 8 (15 minutes) | 50.00% |
| Presentation | T2 Week 10 (10 minutes) | 50.00% |
Timing
Submission deadlines may vary for different types of assignment/groups of students.
Weighting
Coursework components (if listed) total 100% of the overall coursework weighting value.
| Term | Method | Duration | Week pattern |
|---|---|---|---|
| Spring Semester | Lecture | 2 hours | 01201000000 |
| Spring Semester | Fieldwork | 8 hours | 11111111100 |
| Spring Semester | Laboratory | 1 hour | 00000000101 |
| Spring Semester | Seminar | 3 hours | 00001111000 |
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